2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 2089 kg more than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 34 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2070 mm |